Aji is the Peruvian Hot Pepper and is usually the one constant in all good Pollo a la Brasa recipes. Aji is simply the peruvian word for chili so you can imagine this is a pretty broad category. Any pepper or pepper derivative claiming to be 'Aji' is undoubtedly grown in Peru. Flavors range broadly from fruity to pungent. Also, when the Aji was harvested also greatly affects flavor. [More]